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I’m convinced at this point no one is beating NO on the NFC side. Was pretty sure we weren’t going to do it. Don’t worry the Foles ass kissing train will end soon. All the rest of your post was spot on. All three phases faltered enough to make an impact in last night’s game. Unfortunately Parkey had to do the closing act when he failed to come through but yep, it was a team loss...plain and simple.

I get what you’re saying on the clock management, but at the time what Nagy was doing made sense. If I remember correctly, it was within 2 mins of the end of the game and Phi had either 1 or 2 TOs left. They were needing a TD to win and conceptually had to drive against our vaunted defense in order to score. I think Nagys thought was to have them use up the clock and their TOs and all our D had to do was make a stand and they’d run out of time and opportunities. But then there was the small thought of...’what if they do score and WE dont have any time left to do anything?’. I think that’s why he delayed originally in making that call and at about 1 minute (or so) left decided to make the call for a TO. He was in a ‘catch 22’ situation no matter what and why he’s making the big bucks to make big boy decisions. And I get the critical thinking, believe me. Thinking back to week whatever when he hit the goal post 4 times I think I was one of the first to ask why we got rid of Gould (around that same time), but was reminded of Goulds failures at the time he was cut. Pace hasn’t had much luck in replacing Gould since he left. Maybe there’s a chance he’ll consider bringing back Gould now that he’s a reformed man? I think it would be worth a shot.

One thing to consider is they have a pretty good idea who all or most of the starters are for the next few years. Now they can concentrate on the 2nd and 3rd string players, most of who I think are already on the team, to build up the ‘next man up’ if/when it’s needed. This year when they were needed, most of the backups held up pretty well. Players like Tolliver, McManis, Mizzel, Wims, Nall and Brauneker did well in spot duty and showed promise in reserve roles.

In other news, if you get a chance, look up the name Treyvon Hester. Still doesn’t excuse Parkey.... http://dailysnark.com/turns-out-cody-parkeys-game-losing-missed-fg-was-blocked-by-the-eagles-video/

Yes it was. And I saw some express concern with next year’s opponents and schedule but I remind you our team will be that much better and prepared too. The games they lost, like to the perennial winner Patriots was only by within a TD. They weren’t getting blown out in any losses. This team will do just fine in the coming seasons. I personally think the only big loss we’ll see is Fangio leaving. But I suspect the Bears will learn how to adapt and overcome.

Couldn’t help but post this. Seen on Twitter.

Ha!!! Wouldn’t that be ironic? Parkey is to the Bears what Steve Bartman was to the Cubs...

Like everyone else here has said, I absolutely cannot believe it came down to Parkey. But for all my naysaying of Trubiksy he absolutely did what he had to in that second half. And more importantly under a lot of pressure put Parkey well inside of where he needed to be successful. Parkey flat out failed all of us.

Laughed out loud when I saw this. Thought the same thing. And in both plays where he got hit in the legs he’s limping around. Swear the kid is made of paper.

Yeah. Regardless of how today turns out, Trubisky has got to learn this offense in the offseason and to not chuck and pray for passes longer than 15 yards.

And now Trubisky is injured...hmm

If this doesn’t get you ready, I don’t know what will. Nicely put Mitchell... “Time to go to work”

My wife just said about an hour ago; “I swear if that Parkey misses a kick and costs the Bears the game, I’ll personally dismember him.” That ladies and gentlemen is a former Raiders hooligan turned Bears fan.

Bowles but yeah that would’ng be a bad option either. Looks like he’s a scheme guy too.

GOD I hope Not!!! Losing Vic alone would be painful let alone to GB. I was just thinking what if GB had managed to sign away Fuller and win the trade war for Mack earlier this year? What would our season have looked like? And if they were to get Vic? Aye carumba. I’d say our team would have a very short window for success if he went there. But if he should go and none of the D staff were to stay (assuming most would go with him) I’d think getting someone like the recently canned Greg Pires to take over the D might be good as a patch. He’s more a scheme player rather than set 3-4 or 4-3. Might make a good transition. (In the worst case scenario).

I agree. Although I think he did a few during the Minny game. Although I missed a lot of the game due to travel. In the highlights I saw it seems he threw a couple that were on target. The one that comes to mind is the TD/no TD to Gabriel up the left side.

Completely agree. And I agree with Jason in that for what he cost the team I’d still expect more. I will say this, he has progressed. He looked solid yesterday and confident. And against a solid D in their home turf. That’s an accomplishment. Whether it be Nagy managing Trubiskys talent or Trubisky meeting expectations, right now I have confidence they’ll make us proud going into the playoffs. I’m charged to see them at home with the D the way they are. This is going to be a fun ride. Fwiw; absolutely loved seeing Jordan play like he did. He’s again become a huge factor for the team. And absolutely loved seeing White and Wims play well too. Wims I think is going to be something special.

I take everything Dan ‘run out of the back of the end zone’ Orlovsky says with a grain of salt. But perhaps he’s a better analyst than QB. And I think with Nagy being a former QB helps a lot with Trubisky. Similar to Peterson in Philly and Frank Reich in Indy have been and are effective with their teams (funny they all are tied to Reid too).

At the risk of tarnishing my football acumen and since you asked...here’s my hot take. Yes we should play to win. But... at what cost? Some are under the impression that Minnesota plays cheap. You certainly make a case for it in the above statement and we all witnessed what they did to Rodgers last year (slamming him to the ground). So there’s that. Many will make the case in order for our offense to be effective we have to have Trubisky running it (as I’m sure you’re aware I’m not completely sold...not yet). But I digress... There was an article recently written about some observations the Vikings made and were specifically talking to HC Zimmer who said ‘Trubisky is a lot more elusive and fast than I originally thought.’ (Not exactly a quote but something to that effect). Knowing that and being a defensive minded coach I’m almost certain he will game plan for that. He’ll probably set up to defend for the short and intermediate pass game and spy Trubiksy with an LB or NB, who may or may not have it in their mind that if he runs loose their job is to plant him. We know Trubiksy is not as effective long range and is prone to mistakes, especially if rushed. I see a variation of an eight man front with middle zone coverage. Probably disguised blitzes and the like. It’ll be up to Trubisky to analyze those plays and audible out to something more effective. I will say that Trubiksy has gotten better at that; calling alternative plays. Something Cutler was absolutely abhorrent with. You can bet Zimmer will change up the look from the last time they met. Nagy will probably scheme a similar game plan to what they did with SF; play actions, Jordan Howard runs and attempts at short - intermediate passes; despite Zimmers anticipation. Of course there may be a few trick plays on the slate one of which I’m sure will frustrate us. On the other side it’s pretty simple. Their offense is a bit of a hot mess. Zimmer canned OC DeFillipo back at the beginning of this month (his third such move in two years(?)). Now there’s a cat by the name Kevin Stefanski who is running the O. He’s been with the team for 13 years and got his start with the team when Brad Childress was the guy calling the shots. Didn’t Childress once advise the Bears on offensive stuff? Anyhow, I think the key to our D and essentially winning the game will be to do what they’ve been doing the last few weeks. Open the flood gates and get to Cousins fast and often. He’s playing not only to get his team into the playoffs but really a future to stay on the Vikings next year...or anywhere...as a starter.

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Let’s hope when it’s time to play the Rams again #1 hopefully it’s in Chicago, #2 if in LA, the Bears do a little better at waking up to play. The melee was just ridiculous . I get the reaction of the guys on the sideline while Trubiksy is getting hit, but Bellamy and Miller were just plain dumb...and justified in getting ejected. Sherman is easily the dumbest of all. He’s always been a shithead and his jumping into the fight ‘just because’ is completely ludicrous. The guy is a veteran and should know better. In other news; watch out for SF. Mullens looks to be a legit QB and it’ll be hard for Shannahan to decide between he and Jimmy G next year. Other than that late throw on 4th down, he was connecting with some nice frequency. Their D is about 1/3 rookie (all in the backfield) and looked pretty good. Considering where they are ranked with all that, they could be a force to reckon with in the near future.

Very nice solid drive with a score capped by Howard.

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And Vikings won too... next week will be a big deal for them. At home... And ack...forgot Gould was on the 9ers. Hope it’s not a bad omen for a close game....?

“Defense travels” as they say. I’m hoping for a solid performance from the D with no injuries. IF a lead is built I’d be go ok with them putting in backups to test the reserves. On offense I’m hoping for a more conservative effort like last week. More WCO looking in high percentage mid yardage passes with plenty of running from Howard, Cohen and Mizzel. The 49ers D is no slouch ranking 12th against the pass game, 14th against the run and 12th in total yards given. Their D coordinator Robert Saleh has spent time with the ‘Legion of Boom’ in Seattle and was the Jaguar’s linebacker coach until getting hired by SF last year.